By Ewan Roberts

The Ivory Coast international has found it difficult to earn regular playing time at the Emirates Stadium, with the Ligue 1 side an alluring suitor

Arsenal attacker Gervinho says that Marseille's interest is "flattering" as he gives serious consideration to his future in north London this summer following a lack of game time last season.

The former Lille star only played the full 90 minutes three times in 2012-13, scoring just five goals in an unspectacular second season with the club, and concedes that his desire for regular action may not be achievable under manager Arsene Wenger.